Hilary Fire briefly threatens homes in Palmdale
Hilary Fire burns near homes in Palmdale
Firefighters were working to save home after the Hilary Fire erupted in Palmdale on Tuesday afternoon.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. - A brush fire broke out in the Palmdale area, briefly placing nearby homes in danger.
What we know:
The Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to a call of a brush fire near East Barrel Springs Road and North 40th Street East in Palmdale on Tuesday, September 1.
The 30-acre fire, at one point, started creeping towards nearby homes before crews eventually contained the large flame.
Evacuations and closures
- An evacuation warning was issued for Zone LAC-E049
What we don't know:
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
It is unknown when the evacuation warnings will be lifted.
The Source: This report referenced information provided by the Los Angeles County Fire Department.